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1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

LeadingAge NY Calls for Health Equity for Older Adults in 1115 Waiver Comments

The association's comments noted that, although older adults are the state's fastest-growing demographic group, the waiver does little to address the unique needs of older adults, especially those who need long-term care services.

March 12, 2024

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

Medicaid 1115 Waiver Amendment Approved by CMS

The amended waiver will invest $7.5 billion in health and social care over three years, focusing on health equity, safety net hospitals, and workforce shortages.

January 9, 2024

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

Long Term Care Must Be a Focus of New Medicaid Waiver, LeadingAge NY Urges in Written Comments

The association's comments to CMS on the State's proposed $13.5 billion waiver emphasized the need for funding mechanisms designed for dual eligibles and the long term care and aging services providers that serve them.

October 24, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

1115 Medicaid Waiver Public Forum Materials Posted

In case you missed the MRT Waiver public forum on Sept. 28th, the DOH presentation slides, a recording of the presentation and public comments, and a transcript have been posted here.

October 11, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

LeadingAge NY Calls for Investment in Long Term Care and Aging Services at Medicaid Waiver Forum

LeadingAge NY's remarks focused on the failures of prior waivers to invest in services for older adults and the pressing need for a renewed emphasis on the long term care system given demographic changes. Comments on the 1115 waiver amendment are due on Oct. 19th.

October 4, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

State to Hold Annual Forum on Medicaid 1115 Waiver

The virtual forum, which pertains to the existing waiver, not the proposed amendment, will be held on Sept. 28th from 1 to 4 p.m. Written comments may be submitted through Oct. 10th.

September 6, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

LeadingAge NY Comments on Medicaid 1115 Waiver Request
May 20, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

LeadingAge NY Highlights Need for Dedicated Investment in Aging Services in 1115 Waiver Comments

LeadingAge NY's written comments called for targeted funding and strategies to support older adults and the long term care providers that serve them, including investments in quality, workforce, and affordable housing with services. DOH posted slides and a recording of the waiver hearings.

May 20, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

DOH Releases Final Update to Medicaid Value-Based Payment Roadmap

Under the proposed 1115 waiver, the value-based payment framework described in the Roadmap will drive a substantial investment in the State's health system.

May 17, 2022

1115 Waiver, DSRIP and MRT

DOH Convenes Public Hearings on Draft Medicaid Waiver

LeadingAge NY presented comments focusing on the draft waiver's startling omission of the needs of older adults and meaningful investment in the long term care system.

May 10, 2022
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